Owners Manual CR16 Audio/Video Multizone Control System CR16 McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. General: 1. Read these instructions. 2.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 18. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 19.
Table of Contents Safety Instructions ............................................................ 2 Thank You and Please Take a Moment............................. 3 Technical Assistance and Customer Service .................... 3 Table of Contents and General Notes ............................... 4 Connector Information ..................................................... 5 Introduction ...................................................................... 6 Performance Features .........................
General Notes and Connector Information Controller Input B (DB37 Connector): 1. Accessory-On 14. LV-Left 2. SYS-Off 15. TV-Left 3. Sum Data 16. Aux-Left 4. DVD-Data 17. Tape 1-Left 5. LV-Data 18. Tuner-Left 6. Aux-Data 19. CD-Left 7. Tuner-Data 20. Video Power 8. N/C 21. Ground 9. N/C 22. Home-Data 10. N/C 23. VCR-Data 11. Ground 24. TV-Data 12. DVD-Left 25. Tape-Data 13. VCR-Left Controller Input A (DB25 Connector): 1. Aux-Left 10. N/C 2. TV-Left 11. CD 2-Data 3. N/C 12. Tape 1-Data 4. Tape 1-Left 13.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction Now you can take advantage of traditional McIntosh standards of excellence in the CR16 advanced design Audio/ Video Multizone Control System. You only need to push a button on a remote controller or a keypad to enjoy music and video programs throughout your home with McIntosh quality and reliability. The heart of the CR16 consists of four, independent, remotely controlled stereo preamplifiers.
CR16 Dimensions CR16 Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your CR16. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the CR16 into cabinets. 17-1/2" 44.45cm Front View of the CR16 7 -5/8" 7 -1/8" 18.10cm 19.37cm 17" 43.18cm Rear View of the CR16 6 -5/16" 16.03cm 13 -1/4" 33.66cm 15-3/4" 40.01cm 14-9/16" 36.99cm Side View of the CR16 3/16" 0.48cm 6-1/2" 16.51cm 13/16" 2.06cm 11-17/32" 29.29cm 29/32" 2.
Installation Installation The CR16 can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its four 1 inch high feet. The four feet may be removed from the bottom of the CR16 when it is custom installed as outlined below. The four feet together with the mounting screws should be retained for possible future use if the CR16 is removed from the custom installation and used free standing. It also can be custom installed in a piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice.
Rear Panel Controls, Connections and Switches DATA PORTs send signals to compatible source components to allow for remote control functioning MULTI-CHANNEL AMP connects to a McIntosh multi-channel power amplifier MULTI-CHANNEL connector which sends a turn-on signal to a McIntosh multi-channel power amplifier PWR CTL sends a turn-on signal to a McIntosh Component Keypad connector allows use of WK-3 or WK-4 keypads UNBALanced OUTPUTS feed signals to power amplifier inputs VIDEO OUT TO MONitor sends a vi
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX132 Monitor/TV 1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Channel Amp connector to amplifier input connector. Note: Both audio and zone power control pass through this cable. Discrete zone audio cables may also be used, either balanced or unbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the DIN plug balanced terminal connections.
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX132 McIntosh Tuner To AC Outlet McIntosh A/V Control Center McIntosh DVD Player 11
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX130/C39 Monitor/TV 1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Channel Amp connector to amplifier input connector. Note: Both audio and zone power control pass through this cable. Discrete zone audio cables may also be used, either balanced or unbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the DIN plug balanced terminal connections.
How to Connect the CR16 with a MX130/C39 McIntosh Tuner To AC Outlet McIntosh A/V Control Center McIntosh DVD Player Y Adapters 13
How to Connect the CR16 in a Stand Alone System Monitor/TV 1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Channel Amp connector to amplifier input connector. Note: Both audio and zone power control pass through this cable. Discrete zone audio cables may also be used, either balanced or unbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the DIN plug balanced terminal connections.
How to Connect the CR16 in a Stand Alone System McIntosh Tuner To AC Outlet McIntosh DVD Player 15
How to Connect Additional CR16s in a System Monitor/TV 1. Connect a McIntosh Multi-Channel Amplifier with a DB25 computer type cable from the CR16 Multi-Channel Amp connector to amplifier input connector. Note: Both audio and zone power control pass through this cable. Discrete zone audio cables may also be used, either balanced or unbalanced. Refer to page 4 for the DIN plug balanced terminal connections.
How to Connect Additional CR16s in a System McIntosh Tuner To AC Outlet Additional CR16 McIntosh DVD Player To next CR16 or A/V Control Center To next CR16 or A/V Control Center 17
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CR16 Front Panel Displays, Push-Buttons and Switch The LEDs indicate which Zone has front panel control and when it is in the programming mode The LED indicates if the zone selected has the accessory control off command programmed Disables the control operations of accessory components in any Zone The LED Displays indicate what signal sources have been selected for each Zone Program an accessory turn-on command when that source is selected Select any one of the Audio or Audio/Video signal sources for us
How to Operate the CR16 How to Operate the CR16 Power On Press the POWER switch to ON. The Red LED, to the left of the VOLUME Down q Push-button, lights to indicate the CR16 is in Standby Mode. To turn ON the CR16 press one of the ZONE ON/OFF push-buttons. Refer to figure 1. Note: The POWER Switch is only intended to be switched OFF when the CR16 Audio/Video Multizone Control System is not used for extended periods of time, like while away on vacation.
How to Operate in Remote Zones Power Press the Power push-button and the Zone will turn-on with either the default or programmed signal source and volume level. Press the Power push-button a second time to turn the Zone OFF. Note: Operations in remote Zones can be performed by pressing a push-button on a keypad or remote control. Refer to figures 4 and 5. The Remote Control Pushbuttons that are highlighted in white are for use with other McIntosh Control Centers.
How to Operate in Remote Zones and Program the CR16 2. Press the Source Push-button, whose LED is currently illuminated. The entire row of Front Panel Source LEDs for that Zone will turn-off. 3. Press Program Push-button again or wait 10 seconds to exit the programming mode. The next time that Zone is turned-on it will come on with the last selected source and volume level. Accessory Power On or Off 1. Press the Program Push-button for the Zone requiring the Accessory Control On Function. 2.
Remote Control Push-Buttons Turns AC Power ON or OFF to some McIntosh Components when connected via the Data Port Press to Power the CR16 ON or OFF Selects Functions for McIntosh Home Controller Selects one of the eight High Level Audio/Video Sources Selects On Screen Functions for McIntosh DVD Players and some CD Players Selects CD Player or Tape Recorder Functions and also performs various functions on a variety of McIntosh Components Selects the Fast Forward Mode on Disc Players and Tuning Up the A
How to Operate the Remote Control The supplied remote control is capable of directly controlling the functions of contemporary McIntosh Source Components connected to the CR16. Earlier McIntosh source components and other brand source components can be controlled by the CR16 with the addition of a McIntosh Remote Control Translator (RCT). Note: Your McIntosh Dealer can assist you with the installation and operation of the Remote Control Translator (RCT).
Specifications Specifications Frequency Response +0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz Maximum Voltage Output 6Volts Total Harmonic Distortion 0.01% From 20Hz to 20,000Hz Sensitivity 250mV for 1.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. It is very important that the four plastic feet are attached to the bottom of the equipment. This will ensure the proper equipment location on the bottom pad. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition.
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